Remember to Pause for the Pledge on Flag Day
The American Flag Foundation invites us to “Pause for the Pledge” at 7 p.m. on June 14, Flag Day, in honor of the adoption of the flag of the United States.
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It’s National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month
It’s National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month! Visit the USDA website for resources and recipes for families and schools, and celebrate with a food poem from Yum! ¡Mmm! ¡Qué Rico! America’s Sproutings. Pat says: I so enjoyed writing the haiku … Continue reading →
Water, Water, Everywhere
June is National Rivers Month, when all paddlers, fishermen, outdoor enthusiasts and others are encouraged to organize or volunteer with National River Cleanup. June 8 is World Oceans Day, a global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better … Continue reading →
Zing!
Congratulations to all the spring graduates! I hope that my book ZING! Seven Creativity Practices for Educators & Students can be a good gift especially for educators and librarians. It’s hard to believe that I had the opportunity to write … Continue reading →
A Memorial Day Pledge
“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
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